What is an advocate? An advocate is someone who can effectively communicate to others who you are, what you need and how to get your needs met. So, what is an educational advocate? An educational advocate is someone with extensive...
More infoThe 2020-21 school year wrapped up, to the relief of many, and the summer fun is coming to an end. It is the hope of many that the 2021-22 school year will return us to a more traditional-looking educational environment. Many of the ordinary...
More infoTransitions can be a difficult and stressful time for a child or young adult with a disability. This might be transitioning them to leave the house after a long period at home, a student changing schools, or maybe your loved one is transitioning...
More infoI recently read an article about students with Communication Disabilities being denied safe access to education. As an advocate, I see this often with children that use assistive technology for communication but also with students that have...
More infoBy Cg La Scala, Director of Advocacy Wow! One half of the school year has already gone by. Time goes so quickly and we know every minute is so important for our children with disabilities. Every part of every year can be uncertain. Wondering...
More info“Children with disabilities- such as physical, developmental, intellectual, emotional, and sensory disabilities – are at an increased risk of being bullied. Any number of factors – physical vulnerability, social skill challenges, or intolerant...
More infoThe Price of Silence – A Mom’s Perspective on Mental Illness written by Liza Long is a compelling (non-fiction) account of a woman’s journey to be a good parent and advocate for her son Michael, and “the one in five children who have mental...
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